Home Minister Parameshwara Denies Free MLA Ticket Row Forced IPL 2026 Final Shift From Bengaluru
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara rejected claims that excessive demands for complimentary IPL tickets by state government led to the IPL 2026 final being shifted from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia alleged KSCA violated ...
Bird flu scare intensifies in Karnataka as mysterious peacock deaths rise
Tumakuru: Fear of bird flu continues to spread across the Tumakuru district of Karnataka after the number of peacock deaths crossed 54 within the last month, triggering fresh concern among residents and authorities. A few days ago, laboratory reports confirmed that the deaths of 44 peacocks in the district were caused by the H5N1 Avian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
He was a Karnataka bus conductor once; now he runs a 16,000 sq ft library with 20 lakh books
Anke Gowda, who worked as a bus conductor and later retired as a sugar factory worker, has created Pustaka Mane, a vast library in Karnataka's Mandya district. What began as one mans childhood dream in a book-deprived village has grown into a sprawling public library filled with millions of titles. Pustaka Mane stands today not just as a collection of books, but as a reminder of how personal sacrifice can create public knowledge spaces in the most unexpected places.
Newlywed dies by suicide in Bengaluru; husband booked
A 40-year-old homemaker, M Sharada, died by suicide in her Yeshwantpur residence eight months after her marriage. Her parents have filed a complaint against her husband, Mahesh Kumar, alleging abetment to suicide due to frequent fights over trivial issues. The incident came to light when her husband broke down the door.
A woman in Bengaluru narrowly avoided a knife attack by her ex-husband on a public road. Alert youngsters intervened swiftly, subduing the assailant and rescuing the victim. The incident, which occurred under Madanayakanahalli Police limits, led to the accused, identified as Sanjay, being apprehended. Police have registered a case and are investigating further.
Caught between forests and fear: Karnatakas growing humananimal conflict crisis
From Kodagus hills to Hassans farmlands, rising encounters with elephants, gaurs and big cats are claiming lives, exposing gaps in mitigation, and leaving residents demanding urgent, lasting solutions, find Darshan Devaiah B.P. and G.T. Sathish
Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA
Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka High Courts vacation bench has requested a response from the prosecution regarding the appeal filed by former Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni in the murder case of BJP leader and district panchayat member Yogesh Gowda. Challenging his life imprisonment sentence, the petitioner has sought a stay on the High Courts decision. ... Read more Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA
Karnataka Launches Initiative to Combat Sandalwood Theft with Public Input
Bengaluru, May 8: In a significant move to promote sandalwood cultivation, Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL), the governments esteemed producer of Mysore sandal soap, has initiated a campaign to curb sandalwood theft. This announcement was made on Thursday by the Minister for Small and Medium Enterprises, M.B. Patil. Under this initiative, farmers, scientists, and ... Read more Karnataka Launches Initiative to Combat Sandalwood Theft with Public Input
Thalassaemia: Girl, 12, meets stranger who saved her life
KSDL seeks ideas on anti-theft tech to protect sandalwood trees
Wireless broadband fails, Varthur man wins Rs 11k
Star giraffe Shivani dies at BBP
Man gropes neighbour, attacks spouse
Bengaluru, May 8: Karnatakas Opposition Leader R. Ashoka accused Mamata Banerjee, the chief of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), of disrespecting the Constitution by refusing to resign from her position as Chief Minister. He stated that if she has grievances, she should seek legal recourse instead of resorting to violence. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Ashoka ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Disrespects Constitution by Refusing to Resign, Claims Karnataka Opposition Leader R. Ashoka
Devanahalli set to host multimodal hub
Even after 7 deaths, Bowring hospital wall in Bengaluru yet to be repaired
Nandini Layout in Bengaluru to host Happy Streets one last time
Hit-and-run exposes Rs 30-lakh murder conspiracy in Bengaluru, 5 in custody
Rs 1.6crore revamp of neglected Hennur Biodiversity Park in Bengaluru finally takes off
How Bengaluru pet parents are making their weekends paw-some
Witness a contemporary pop opera spectacle in Bluru
Karnataka Deputy CM Criticizes Governors Decision on Majority Claim
Bengaluru, May 7: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister and state Congress president, D.K. Shivakumar, criticized Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday. He condemned the governors alleged decision to deny the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam, led by actor Vijay, the opportunity to form a government and prove its majority in the assembly. Shivakumar labeled this move ... Read more Karnataka Deputy CM Criticizes Governors Decision on Majority Claim
Community dog with metal kettle stuck around neck freed after 4 years
City police hold awareness session to tackle mobile addiction among personnel
Declining enrolment in Belagavi division govt schools raises concern
TB reservoir nears dead storage, 4 districts face drinking water scare
Truck carrying Kaiga nuclear equipment overturns near Karwar; no injuries
Koppal: Tension after youth attacked for being seen with minor
California grape variety makes debut on North Karnataka farms
Ballari farmer alleges chilli stock sold from cold storage without consent
Woman delivers twins in ambulance en route to hospital
Belagavi police warn against social media misuse by rowdy-sheeters via minors
Anti stabbing squad arrests two- seizes knife and sword in Belagavi
SC has upheld KIADB land acquisition for steel project, says Baldota
Soil salinity threat growing in Karnataka: Expert
Karnataka set to approach SC to implement MGNREGA for this year
We are already in May, and the Centre is yet to notify the new Act, frame rules and regulations. No alternative has been provided by the Centre: Patil
State to seek SC nod to continue MGNREGA works
Unlike Tamil Nadu and Andhra, Karnataka stays resistant to cinema-driven politics
Second PRS counter returns at Dharwad station
Karnataka records historic liquor sales in April, revenue crosses Rs 3,600 Cr
Bengaluru: Karnataka witnessed record-breaking liquor sales in April 2026, with the state excise department registering its highest-ever monthly sales in the last 13 years. The unprecedented sales boom has generated massive revenue for the state government, with excise collections touching nearly Rs 3,688 crore in a single month. According to official figures, sales of Indian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Giraffe dies at Bannerghatta Biological Park
Residents save woman from knife attack by husband
Universal newborn screening scheme approved for Kalyana Karnataka districts
Engineering students decision to bunk class gives thalassaemia patient a second chance at life
May 8 is observed as World Thalassaemia Day
Ulsoor Lake is being desilted by only 0.6 metres; activists argue it is too little
Sub-Inspector of Police booked for raping woman constable in Raichur
Tension in Diggi Tanda after student drowns in water pond
The incident triggers protests by residents who are demanding compensation for the bereaved family
NCRB: Bengaluru has countrys highest suicide rate
NHAI plans Wayside Amenities on NH-48 in Karnataka to tackle driver fatigue, improve safety
These facilities are planned along strategic sections of NH 48, including the BelagaviKolhapur, TumakuruChitradurga and ChitradurgaHubli corridors.
World Thalassaemia Day: Non-profit launches free HLA typing for children with blood disorder
IOC pledges support to Bengalurus 123-year-old public school in Basavanagudi
Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya announced Indian Oil Corporation's CSR support for Karnataka Public School in Basavanagudi. This initiative will enhance infrastructure and learning for over 1,500 girl students. The development aims to transform the school into a model institution. This aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for women's empowerment and societal strength.
Rowdy-sheeter accused in murder case dies in police custody due to illness
Kere Bete: Hundreds participate in Karnatakas summer fishing sport
Two boys drown in pit filled with water in Dharwad
Centre has given positive response to demand for widening NH 150A, says MP
The road development works will significantly boost the social and economic development of Yadgir and Raichur districts: Kumar Naik
20L gone in minutes: Woman falls prey to crypto wallet hack
Farmers union petitions RBI against new norm relying on CIBIL score for gold loan
Tirupati-Pandharpur weekly special to be regularised starting May 16
The weekly service will provide improved rail connectivity between the two major pilgrimage centres in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh
One in 700 live births affected by cleft lip, palate: Dinesh Gundu Rao
CAN GO AS BOX WITH HEALTH MINISTERS REPORT
Karnataka High Court pulls up KKRTC for contradictory and misleading stand in accident case
Tree-felling row: MP inspects proposed NHAI project sites
Accident numbers down, 17 linked to negligence by civic bodies; city tops pedestrian deaths
Only Bengaluru and Delhi have been registering accidents caused due to the negligence of civic bodies; other cities do not
Students urged to stay away from drugs, dependence mobile phones
Eminent psychiatrist C.R. Chandrasekhar was speaking on Mental Health, Well Being and Ragging-Free Campus at Sharnbasva University
Vishwanath raises objection to govt. revoking DGP Ramachandra Raos suspension
COMED-K entrance test on Saturday
Rangayana Director plans to hold multi-language drama festivals
He will also restart the Rangadhwani programme in the coming days
NCRB: Crime rate decreases in Karnataka, but rate of violent crimes up in 2024
NCRB data also shows the chargesheeting rate is low in the State, particularly in Bengaluru
Timely cleft care key to prevent lifelong complications: Health Minister
Modern street food hub to come up under PM SVANidhi in Hampi soon
The main objective is to provide clean, hygienic and diverse food options to domestic and foreign tourists, says Deputy Commissioner
Karnataka: HC extends stay on FIR against MLA, election officials till June 3
The Bengaluru High Court has extended a stay on an FIR concerning the Sringeri vote recount. The case involves BJP MLA DN Jeevaraj and election officials KN Ramesh and Vedamurthy. The FIR was filed following a complaint about alleged electoral malpractice. The court's decision provides temporary relief to the accused. The Congress party plans to challenge the revised election results.
Farmer claims identity theft led to wrongful murder case link
Tree pruner electrocuted in Sakleshpur
Preparations Intensify for PM Modis Bengaluru Visit as BJP Plans Grand Event
Bengaluru, May 7: The Karnataka BJP is ramping up preparations for Prime Minister Narendra Modis upcoming visit to Bengaluru. Following the assembly elections, the party is organizing a large public event to showcase the Prime Ministers achievements. Senior BJP leader and opposition leader in the Karnataka assembly, R. Ashok, spoke with reporters in Bengaluru on ... Read more Preparations Intensify for PM Modis Bengaluru Visit as BJP Plans Grand Event
All pourakarmikas will be regularised in phases, says KSSKDC chairman
He was speaking after inaugurating a health camp in Belagavi for civic workers
BJP MLC Vishwanath to stay out of electoral politics
Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering to host Open Day on May 10
Mandya to use data analytics to reduce road accidents
Car driver arrested for molesting neighbour, attacking couple with machete
Hospital staff arrested on rape charge
DKS slams Governors decision on T.N. govt. formation
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said the decision to move the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final out of Bengaluru was compelled by Karnataka State Cricket Associations demand for complimentary tickets far in excess of the mandated quota. As per the convention, with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru winning IPL 2025, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru was to host Qualifier 2 and Final. But the BCCI announced on Wednesday that the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will instead host the final on May 31. The HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala will host Qualifier 1 on May 26, while the new PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh will stage the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 on May 27 and 29, respectively. As per IPL protocol, all state associations receive a 15 percent allocation of their total capacity as complimentary tickets. But we have come to know from various sources that during the hosting of the IPL league matches, the Karnataka State Association is taking much more than 15 percent complimentary tickets. So, we put an email to them requesting them to give us the exact information, and what will be their requirement that we have stated in our email on May 1 in a very specific manner that You are entitled to get the 15 percent of the total capacity tickets as complimentary and nothing beyond can be done and all other tickets has to be sold online for the general public. That is the mandate of the Honourable Supreme Court also because their particular percentage of the tickets must go to the general public so that all common people should get a full opportunity to buy tickets and watch the IPL matches and other BCCI matches, said Saikia on Thursday. Though the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) said they were willing to host the games at the venue, who hosted five league games of RCB this year, and that the BCCI decided without any formal communication, Saikia revealed the demand of giving tickets to MLAs and MLCs meant the governing body asked for tickets beyond its usual brief, thus paving the way for Ahmedabad to host its fourth IPL final in five seasons. However, we were shocked to get an email from Karnataka State Cricket Association on May 2, where they have stated that beyond the 15 percent, and after taking the 15 percent complimentary tickets, they would require another huge chunk of tickets for their members, clubs, various miscellaneous areas, then for their life members and most surprisingly we have to also shell out 900 tickets for their local MLAs and MLCs and also to the Government of Karnataka - 700 number of complimentary tickets. That apart also, a few additional complimentary tickets have to be given to the Cricket Association, to distribute to the persons whom they feel like. So, beyond 15 percent, they were asking about another 10,000 tickets, and as you all know, BCCI is the hosting authority for the playoffs and final matches. However, we were shocked to get an email from Karnataka State Cricket Association on May 2, where they have stated that beyond the 15 percent, and after taking the 15 percent complimentary tickets, they would require another huge chunk of tickets for their members, clubs, various miscellaneous areas, then for their life members and most surprisingly we have to also shell out 900 tickets for their local MLAs and MLCs and also to the Government of Karnataka - 700 number of complimentary tickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Consequently, we were compelled to make the difficult decision to relocate the matches from Karnataka, that is Bengaluru, and from BCCIs perspective, Ahmedabad is the most suitable venue theres demand from the general and global public for the tickets to watch the final, as thats a huge capacity ground and as a result, we will host the final there, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Gas agencies told to ensure proper cylinder supply
Karnataka launches Indias first childcare centre for inmates children
Bengaluru: Parappana Agrahara Central Prison, often in the news for controversies and allegations of irregularities, has now drawn national attention for a different reason. Karnataka has launched what is being described as the countrys first dedicated childcare centre inside a prison premises to support infants and young children living with incarcerated mothers. The initiative has Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fish and festivity: Hundreds participate in Kere Bete at Chittur in Sorab taluk
Kere Bete is a summer fishing sport organised in Shivamogga and neighbouring districts of Karnataka
BCCI Shifting IPL Finals To Ahmedabad May Be Due To Commercial Viability: G Parameshwara
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara clarified that distributing tickets to MLAs has nothing to do with shifting the final match.
BCCI decision to shift IPL finals to Ahmedabad may be due to commercial viability: Minister
Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara rejected reports that giving match passes to legislators was the reason behind shifting the match
Karnataka launches state-of-the-art Health Emergency Operations Centre in Bengaluru
The initiative follows lessons learnt during the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed gaps in co-ordination, real-time surveillance and rapid response systems
